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MINUTES
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
APRIL 19, 2017
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, met in regular session in full conformity
with the laws of the State of Colorado at the regular place of meeting in the Weld County Administration
Building, Greeley, Colorado, April 19, 2017, at the hour of 9:00 a.m.
El ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by the Chair and on roll call the following members
were present, constituting a quorum of the members thereof:
Commissioner Julie A. Cozad, Chair
Commissioner Steve Moreno, Pro -Tern
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner Mike Freeman
Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer (arrived at 9:02 a.m.)
Also present:
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Acting Clerk to the Board, Amanda Petzold
Controller, Barbara Connolly
MINUTES: Commissioner Conway moved to approve the minutes of the Board of County
Commissioners meeting of April 17, 2017, as printed. Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and
it carried unanimously.
AMENDMENTS TO AGENDA: Commissioner Conway moved to add the following under New
Business: 3) Consider Contract ID #1121 Professional Services Agreement and authorize Chair to sign
— Kiley Floren, and 4) Consider Contract ID #1128 Professional Services Agreement and authorize Chair
to sign — Christopher Bowen. Seconded by Commissioner Moreno, the motion carried unanimously.
El CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Freeman moved to approve the Consent Agenda as printed.
Commissioner Moreno seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. (Clerk's Note: Commissioner
Kirkmeyer is present at 9:02 a.m.)
El PUBLIC INPUT: Jeffery Smith, resident, commented on Bruce Ford's property located on County
Road 388. He stated his main concerns regarding the property are: 1) the addition was made with no
permits, 2) a septic tank with no leach field, 3) the lack of address, and 4) they use an oil field road for
access. He advised he began making complaints to the Department of Planning Services over a month
ago. Mr. Smith stated the Department advised him they would look into it, and assured him the owners
would be required to bring it up to code. El Commissioner Kirkmeyer, the coordinator for Planning
Services, stated she left a message with Tom Parko, Director, to gain background on the issue. She
explained to Mr. Smith that bringing it up to code means bringing it into compliance. She further advised
if the owners do not bring the property into compliance within the required time -frame, then the violation
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process begins. She reiterated compliance is always required, which includes obtaining necessary
permits and paying assessed fees. She further described the process as lengthy and ensured Mr. Smith
the County is looking into the compliance issues. a Bruce Barker, County Attorney, recommended
the County get the inspection done immediately, and from there let the Board decide how to further
approach resolution of said issues; whether it be brought as an action in the County Court, or to seek an
injunction in the District Court. Mr. Barker further stated he thinks the District Court may be the most
effective. a Chair Cozad stated the owners have not come forth to the Board yet, and stated the Board
will ensure the process begins immediately. Mr. Barker advised if assessed fees are not paid, then it
becomes a lien against the property.
COMMISSIONER COORDINATOR REPORTS: Commissioner Freeman reported on the
opportunity to tour the Noble Training Center. He stated the technology and safety standards in place are
impressive. a Commissioner Conway reported on attending the Colorado Livestock Association's
annual meeting, and stated appreciation to the Board for their involvement with Rocky Mountain National
Park on the nitrate issue. He commented on the South Platte Round Table Meeting where the agreement
on the Colorado River Study was discussed, and he spoke with John Stulp, Colorado Water
Congressman. Commissioner Conway advised the Board of Mr. Stulp's plan to brief the Board on funding
from the State Legislature. ElCommissioner Moreno also commented on the Noble Training Center
tour, and stated he too found it very informative. He commented on the Highway 85 Coalition, and stated
there were a lot of great ideas presented on how to educate and keep the ublic safe on this highway.
Lastly, he mentioned attending a prayer breakfast on Good Friday. I E Commissioner Kirkmeyer
reported on the State Department of Human Services, and identified Jamie Ulrich, Department of Human
Services' Assistant Director, for her hard work with the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which
deals with the programs: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and Colorado Child
Assistance Program (CCAP). Commissioner Kirkmeyer stated the MOU should to be signed with a
performance goal in it, as defined by statue, and she advised the County did not sign the MOU last year,
but the State is pushing the County to sign this year. She advised the County revised and updated the
MOU document to ensure the County would not get sanctioned, and in response, the State further revised
it placing more mandates and restrictions in it, which is why she did not sign it on behalf of the County
this year. She further stated she will continue to work toward signing the MOU, and said she plans to
have work groups with other counties throughout the state. Lastly, she attended the Ft. Lupton Urban
Renewal Authority, where she mentioned the grant program for fa�ade improvements of downtown
Ft. Lupton, where five (5) local businesses were present to accept funds totaling $42,000.00 for
improvement projects. She closed b stating Commissioner Freeman will join her today to present the
Energy and Mineral Impact Grant. PA Chair Cozad reported on the Faith Partnership Council meeting
where Jeannine Truswell, CEO and President of United Way, presented on how United Way may respond
to situations that may affect families, such as, potential immigration separation of families. Chair Cozad
also stated Kelly Schramm, Executive Director of Youth Family Connections, gave a presentation on the
services they provide. She advised the Faith Partnership Council has separated into sub -committees,
such as, homelessness, church and non-profit involvement, youth prevention, and reach -out
communication. She then reported on the Area Agency on Aging, and stated the discussion there
regarded the funding for senior services. Chair Cozad commented on the lunch she had with seniors at
the Carbon Valley Chamber, where she provided a County update. Lastly, she commented on the
appreciation extended to the Department of Human Services at the Catholic Charities Thank You Dinner.
BIDS:
1) APPROVE BID #B1700073, LANDSCAPING (CENTENNIAL COURT PLAZA) - DEPARTMENT
OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Trevor Jiricek, Director of General Services, requested the matter be
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moved out to April 26, 2017. The motion to approve said continuance of bid, which was made by
Commissioner Conway, and seconded by Commissioner Moreno, carried unanimously.
• 2) APPROVE BID #B1700074, UPS - LAW ADMINISTRATION BACKUP - DEPARTMENT OF
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS: Mr. Jiricek requested the matter be moved out to April 26, 2017. The
motion to approve said continuance of bid, which was made by Commissioner Freeman, and seconded
by Commissioner Conway, carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
• 1) CONSIDER TEMPORARY ASSEMBLY PERMIT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN -
FRANK'S RIDE FOR CHILDREN, FBO MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION OF COLORADO, INC.: Bob
Choate, Assistant County Attorney, stated this item is the annual event related to Make -a -Wish
Foundation of Colorado. He stated that the event is scheduled for May 20, 2017, and will be located at
Anderson Family Farms. He advised since Anderson Family Farms is a permanent event site, it is well
positioned to handle parking, restrooms, electrical, and sound amplification. Mr. Choate stated the
applicants have submitted adequate plans for security, food service, and trash service. He pointed out
the applicants have proposed having two (2) Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with an ambulance
on site, even though the County Code generally requires five (5) for the projected amount of people
attending. However, staff thinks the applicant's plan is sufficient based on the past crowds and events
held in prevous years. Mr. Choate advised there are no concerns by any County Departments, and added
the Department of Public Works does recommend the applicants use their previous traffic control plan.
He advised the alcohol is provided by the High Country Beverage, where all the servers are TIPS certified,
and added that wristbands will be used to identify people of age. a Greg Risedorf, applicant, stated
this is the 31st annual event, and mentioned working with the Make -a -Wish Foundation since 1995. He
outlined the fundraiser's proceeds of past years,and stated 2016 brought in a total of $36,000.00, bringing
the combined total of all years to $606,361.00. Mr. Risedorf stated the fundraiser has granted 121 wishes
to children so far. He advised he has about 35-40 staff members TIPS certified. a Chair Cozad stated
she has attended numerous times, and said the event is enjoyable and well -run. She stated she is
impressed with the safety provided by the event. She closed with expressing appreciation for all they do
for the youth of Weld County. Commissioner Conway moved to approve said temporary assembly permit.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moreno, and it carried unanimously. Commissioner Conway
and Commissioner Moreno thanked the applicants for their commitment to the youth of Weld County.
El 2) CONSIDER SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - FRANK'S RIDE
FOR CHILDREN, FBO MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION OF COLORADO, INC.: Mr. Choate stated this
relates to the previous item, and reiterated there are no concerns. Commissioner Kirkmeyer moved to
approve said special events permit and authorize the Chair to sign. Seconded by Commissioner Conway,
the motion carried unanimously.
• 3) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #1121 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - KILEY FLOREN: Eric Aakko, Department of Public Health and
Environment, stated this agreement will allow for temporary assistance with the Department of Public
Health and Environment's Comprehensive Community Health Survey completed every three years. He
advised the assistance will aid in finishing and disseminating the data reports to the public. He further
advised the individual providing assistance has experience with this particular report from the past.
Mr. Aakko answered Commissioner Conway's inquiry, stating in the past the Health Department has
oversampled, which has led to a decrease of public involvement with the surveys, so the department is
changing its approach from random sampling to a convenience sample, targeting the people coming into
the Health Department for services on a daily basis. Commissioner Freeman moved to approve said
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professional services agreement and authorize Chair to sign. The motion, which was seconded by
Commissioner Moreno, carried unanimously.
4) CONSIDER CONTRACT ID #1128 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - CHRISTOPHER BOWEN: Mr. Aakko stated this is also for assistance
with the Community Health Survey report, where this individual will help gather the data on traffic crashes
and teen safe driving, into a reportable format for the public for the purpose of reducing crashes.
Commissioner Moreno moved to approve said professional services agreement and authorize Chair to
sign. Commissioner Conway seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.
PLANNING:
1) CONSIDER PARTIAL VACATION OF USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT, USR-665 -
EXTRACTION OIL AND GAS, INC.: Diana Aungst, Department of Planning Services, stated a letter was
received for request of a partial vacation. She advised if the request is granted, the applicant will need to
submit a revised USR Plat map. She explained the purpose is to vacate the old USR-665 from Parcel
No. 1. She further stated USR-665 is for oil and gas production facilities, which created two (2) wells. She
explained the operating oil and gas well has been taken over by Extraction Oil and Gas, which will now
be capped and facilities will be built on the property. The second well is further to the south and will
remain operative. She stated amending the USR was an option, but since it was two (2) owners and
two (2) operators they decided to do the partial vacation so they will each have their own USR. She
further recognized having two (2) USRs in two (2) different places is unusual, but has learned after
speaking with the County Attorney, it does not present a problem. a Blane Thingelstad, Extraction
Oil and Gas, explained he is just trying to finalize the process, and mentioned he has tried to contact the
landowner of the corner lot, but has not been successful. No public input was given. The motion to
approve the partial vacation, which was made by Commissioner Kirkmeyer, and seconded by
Commissioner Freeman, carried unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES: The resolutions were presented and signed as listed on the
Consent Agenda. No Ordinances were approved.
Let the minutes reflect that the above and foregoing actions were attested to and respectfully submitted
by the Clerk to the Board.
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There being no further business, this meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
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